According to a report, Ukraine will be supplied with f-16 fighter jets said to be critical to their defence, as fighter aircraft is the one thing Ukraine can’t match Russia with. Reportedly, the jets can fly at speeds of up to 1500 mph, each craft contains two 2000 lb bombs, and two short range and two medium range air to air missiles. According to reports, the president of Ukraine has been asking for the capability for the past year. Reportedly, it may take months for the ukrainian military to learn how to operate the aircraft, training will begin this summer. It is unclear where the fighter jets will come from. The u.s. made f-16s are also operated by others.
According to a report, Ukraine have denied claims by a russian military spokesman that wagner have taken over the city of Bakhmut. Reportedly, the u.s. president has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine.